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Black Heritage Celebration

Thursday, February 13 @ 5:00 pm 8:00 pm

Join Madison Children’s Museum on February 13, 5–8 pm, as we honor the contributions of Black people in our community with a celebration featuring Black artists, musicians, and leaders. Free admission begins at 4 pm, and activities continue from 5 to 8 pm. No event tickets required!

Acompáñennos al Madison Children’s Museum para honrar las contribuciones de la raza negra de nuestra comunidad en una celebración con artistas, músicos, líderes locales, y organizaciones asociadas. Entrada gratuita de 5 a 8 p. m., ¡no necesitan boletos para el evento!

Performances
– Traditional West African drumming with Drum Power

Activities
– Djembe drum building workshop with Ghanian artist Djam Vivie
– Hambone and storytelling workshop with the Phenomenal NeBo
– Black Luminaries button-making
– Gallery of portraits by local youth artist Mychal Mayo
– Black history collaborative coloring in the Art Studio
– Museum-wide scavenger hunt

Refreshments

– Samples by Melly Mell’s Catering, while supplies last

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